Accounts Receivable Manager - 9 months FTC

About Sedex

Sedex is a trusted partner for over 85,000 businesses worldwide, helping them create socially and environmentally sustainable supply chains. Through our platform's powerful data insights and expert guidance, we simplify the management, assessment, and reporting of sustainability performance.

Our Vision is to be a leader in making global supply chains more socially and environmentally sustainable. Our Mission is to provide data-driven insights, accessible tools, and exceptional services that support businesses in improving environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance and outcomes.

The role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable (AR) Manager to join our finance team on a temporary basis to cover a maternity leave period. This role is critical in ensuring the continued smooth operation of our AR processes and maintaining strong cash flow management during this time. You will be responsible for overseeing the full AR function, managing customer accounts, ensuring timely collections, and supporting the wider finance team with reporting and reconciliations.

In our fast-paced and dynamic SME technology business, your ability to hit the ground running, work independently, and maintain accuracy under tight deadlines will be key to your success. You will also play a vital role in maintaining positive client relationships and providing leadership to the AR team.

Key responsibilities

1. Accounts Receivable Management:

• Oversee the end-to-end accounts receivable process, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing.
• Manage the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts.
• Monitor aged debtors reports and proactively follow up with customers on overdue accounts.

• Provide regular reports on AR performance, aged debtors, and cash flow to the Finance Manager and leadership team.
• Assist with month-end close processes by ensuring accurate revenue recognition and reconciliations of AR ledgers.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers to facilitate prompt payments and resolve issues quickly.
• Handle customer disputes and work collaboratively to resolve payment delays.

• Ensure AR processes comply with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to streamline AR workflows and improve efficiency.
• Support the implementation and optimization of financial systems related to AR.

• Provide guidance and support to junior AR team members, ensuring continuity and consistency in processes.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including sales and customer service to resolve AR issues.
• Support the wider finance team as required during the maternity leave period.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as an Accounts Receivable Manager or in a similar AR leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of AR processes, credit control, and cash collection best practices.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage challenging conversations professionally.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in maintaining customer records and processing transactions.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience working with financial/accounting systems.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in an SME and/or technology business environment is advantageous.

Contract Details:

• Position Type: Temporary (Maternity Leave Cover)
• Duration: 9 months
• Location: London (hybrid 1-2 days in office per week)

Our culture

At Sedex, our approach to business and culture is firmly rooted in our core values, which guide everything we do:

• Respect Each Other: We believe that a foundation of mutual respect is essential to creating a positive and inclusive environment.
• Customer-Driven: We are passionate about delivering exceptional value to our customers. By listening to their needs, understanding their challenges, and continuously adapting our solutions, we aim to empower them to achieve their sustainability goals and drive positive change in their supply chains.
• Thinking Creatively: Innovation is at the heart of our work. We encourage creative problem-solving and embrace new ideas that challenge the status quo. This mindset allows us to continuously improve our products and services, offering fresh and effective solutions to complex sustainability and ethical sourcing issues.
• Take Ownership: We empower our team members to take responsibility for their actions and outcomes. Every person at Sedex is encouraged to own their work, make decisions with confidence, and contribute proactively to the success of the team and the business.
• Deliver Results: We are results-oriented and committed to delivering tangible, impactful outcomes for our customers, our business, and society at large.

Our goal is to cultivate a workplace culture where everyone can thrive and be their authentic selves. We prioritize respect and inclusivity, ensuring that all employees feel empowered to contribute, collaborate, and excel. We celebrate diversity in all its forms, recognizing that our strength lies in the variety of experiences, perspectives, and ideas that each individual brings to the table.

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